Tournament Executed in Florence for the Marriage of Grand Duke Ferdinand I

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an equestrian performance in a grand arena. The central portion of the image shows an oval enclosure surrounded by a tall, intricate structure with an elaborate entry gate. In the center of this oval space, there is a detailed depiction of a choreographed horse performance with numerous horses and riders. The upper and lower segments display various panels illustrating different formations and scenes related to the equestrian display. Flanking the central scene, there are two large horses richly decorated. The image captures the organized chaos and spectacle of the event being portrayed.